Ottawa Senators Shane Pinto admits gambling was proxy betting

Pinto was suspended for 41 games last season after he was caught engaging in illegal betting. At the time, Pinto claimed to have had absolutely no involvement in the matter, saying someone else used his account. He clarified everything today.

Pinto said that during his suspension last season, he relied on his family and teammates to help him get through that tough period, and he also focused on training to help better his game for when he would return. Upon his return, the 23-year old did pretty well considering he missed more than half a year playing professional hockey, while also playing on a struggling Senators team. He ended up scoring nine goals and 27 points in the 41 games he played.

Fresh off signing a two-year deal with the Sens, and with his betting issues now in the rear view mirror, Pinto and the Senators are hoping for a big bounce back year, as the team tries to make the playoffs for the first time since 2017.

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Pinto says gambling suspension was result of proxy betting